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Your
Baby Nursery - Decorating a Fabulous and
Functional Room
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by:
Valerie DuVall
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Decorating a baby nursery can be one of the
most enjoyable tasks that you have before your bundle of joy arrives.
There are many baby nursery themes to choose from and narrowing it down
to just one may be your most difficult decision.
Many parents know the sex of the baby in time to tailor a nursery to a
baby girl or baby boy theme. If you don’t know the sex of your baby
there are many color combos that are gender neutral such as periwinkle
and celery green. Or perhaps you would like a neutral theme with beiges
and creams. You could choose and all white room with just splashes of
color used in the accessories that can be changed to suit your child as
it grows.
Once you pick your theme and begin the task of decorating your nursery
don’t forget about these essentials;
• Cribs - Your baby will use the crib for 2 or 3 years but, if you
would like to use it for longer, then pick one of the many convertible
cribs on the market. These beds go from a crib, to a toddler bed, to a
young child’s bed, with just a few quick changes. Of course, always buy
a crib that is certified as safe. Most cribs on the market today will
have that certification.
• Changing tables – choose a changing table that matches your décor but
as with cribs safety is important. The table you choose should have
safety straps and rails to keep your baby from falling off the table.
And of course the changing table should have a nice cushy pad to keep
your baby comfortable while changing diapers.
• Storage - determine how much storage you will need. Then pick baby
furniture such as armoires, dressers, blanket chests and toy boxes that
will blend in with your décor.
• Seating – Of course don’t forget Mom (or Dad) and pick a comfortable
chair or glider rocker which will be great for those late night
feedings or when singing a lullaby to baby.
After the theme is picked and the essentials for the room are decided
upon you can begin to choose the accessories such as rugs, window
treatments, wall décor, wallpaper and paint. Just remember when
decorating your baby nursery keep it fun! This is your chance to do
things you wouldn’t do in the rest of your house. Start with the
essentials and then go for it!
About the author:
Valerie DuVall is a
professional decorator in the Metro New York area. Visit her sites for
tips and
resources forbaby
nursery decor
and home decor.
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